1982 Volvo 260 vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1982 Volvo 260 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volvo 260 | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 260 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
